Preventing Slip and Fall injuries for the elderly

 Preventing Slip and Fall Injuries

Dr Craig Lowe (ret) 
Functional Biomechanical Specialist

Hay I am 73 and the clock does not stop.   I fell down the stairs at my sons house and really banged my right hip up and it reminded me that I need to talk about this.   Falling....

Its all about BALANCE!   Going to the emergency is no fun especially when you are older.   

• Orthotics are manditory as you get older to reduce wear and tear on load bearing joints of the foot, ankle, knee, hip and spine. 

Orthotics Using Your Cell Phone (easy click)

• Wear shoes that are secure and not flimbsy 
• Cane, 4 leg walker, elevators are all things to be using if you have access.
• Preventive oral suppliments.   Water soluable Calcium, Magnesium, Zinc, Citamin C, a good diet with a balance of protein and Carbohydrates and Fat.    The reason is that if you do fall, your body can withstand the trauma.    
• Be aware of obsticles around you.
• Always carry your cell phone or body alert.    Just assume you might have a bad day and be on guard.    
• When showering or bathing have cell phone close by so you can reach it. 

Prevention of Slip and Fall Video